Matt Bolton and Colleen Reed, the couple who met and married on season 3 of the hit reality show Love Is Blind, have announced their split after nearly four years together. The pair shared the news in a heartfelt joint statement on Instagram on Friday, May 23, confirming that they have decided to end their marriage and move forward separately.
In their Instagram statement, Matt and Colleen revealed, “We’ve been separated for some time now and have been our best to work through everything privately and with care.” They described the decision as incredibly difficult and emotional, emphasizing the deep respect and care they continue to hold for each other despite parting ways.
The couple also expressed gratitude for the love and memories shared, saying, “We met in the most unique and unexpected way, and we’ll always be grateful for the love and memories we’ve shared. There’s not one thing we would change.” They concluded by thanking their supporters and requesting compassion as they navigate this transition.
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Though their relationship began in the Love Is Blind pods with a tearful “yes” to Matt’s proposal, their journey was not without challenges.
According to People, the couple faced several ups and downs once the cameras stopped rolling, including disagreements involving another cast member, Cole Barnett, and Colleen’s social life. Despite these hurdles, they said “I do” during the season 3 finale and were among the two couples to get married that season.
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Matt had openly discussed some of their struggles on the show, sharing in an interview with People in November 2022 how many difficult conversations happened off-camera. Yet, he said the experience helped them grow. At the time of the wedding, he told the outlet, “When I saw her walking down the aisle, I was like, ‘Listen, we’ve got too much potential. This is such a great moment. We are meant for each other.’ So we just had to do it.”
In the season 3 reunion, Matt and Colleen confirmed their marriage was still intact, although fans expressed doubts after noticing Colleen’s discomfort and anxiety due to social media negativity. She later addressed these concerns in a statement to Cosmopolitan, revealing the emotional toll of public criticism on her profession and personal character.
The couple initially did not live together immediately after marriage, choosing instead to adapt slowly to the new phase of their relationship. Colleen explained on the Out of the Pods podcast that they wanted to ensure the relationship would work in real life before moving in together. They eventually cohabited in June 2023 and celebrated their three-year anniversary in July 2024.
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